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OECD Ministerial Council Outcomes 5 June
Steel excess capacity continues to weigh on global markets, with subsidies increasingly undermining fair competition
Global economic outlook weakens amid energy shock and rising inflationary pressures
Nicaragua Death In Custody
Industrial subsidies reach highest levels since the global financial crisis, says OECD
Ukraine War Risks Spiralling Out of Control, Secretary-General Warns Security Council, Calls for Full, Unconditional Ceasefire
OECD launches streamlined Hiroshima AI Process Reporting Framework to help small- and medium-sized enterprises participate
World must ‘double down on delivery’ for global road safety, says WHO
Developed countries exceed USD 100 billion climate finance goal for third consecutive year
UNGA heeds Pacific voices, backs world court on states’ climate obligations
Japan needs to boost productivity and labour supply to address demographic pressures and strengthen growth
Israel’s destructive actions in Lebanon are normalising war without rules
Joint call by the President of the ICRC, the Director-General of WHO and the International President of MSF
Australian National Statement in the IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee’s 84th Session
Why the world needs the UN to keep an eye on AI
Critical raw materials face rising export restrictions, increasing risks to global supply chains
Manchester conference provides fresh perspectives on Falklands/Malvinas conflict
Extreme heat is pushing agrifood systems to the brink worldwide
Conflict in the Near East region adds pressure on fragile agrifood systems, FAO Director-General warns
Australian National Statement in the IMO Legal Committee’s 113th Session
UNITAR and UPAEP Join Forces to Strengthen the Postal Sector for Sustainable Development
Improving the business environment and boosting skills and employment are key to reviving economic growth prospects and seizing opportunities from new technologies
UN committee requests General Assembly consideration of enforced disappearance situation: Mexico
UN experts demand immediate end to Taliban restrictions on women at UN premises: Afghanistan
Australian National Statement In ICAO Council’s 237th Session
Global economic outlook remains robust but has weakened amid energy shock and geopolitical risks
Countries continue investing in their anti-corruption and integrity frameworks, but further implementation is needed
Reducing the fiscal deficit, addressing population ageing and boosting business dynamism are key priorities to strengthen Austria’s growth and public finances
Australian National Statement in the IMO Council’s 36th Extraordinary Session
The University of Manchester becomes lead UK-based coordinating institution for UK-China Humanities Alliance
Ensuring fiscal sustainability, improving competitiveness and boosting employment are key for Romania to sustain strong and resilient growth
Restrictions on Women, International Isolation Hindering Afghanistan’s Progress, Deputy Mission Head Tells Security Council
Greenpeace on International Seabed Authority March session
UN Secretary-General’s message on International Women’s Day
No country in the world has reached full legal equality for women and girls
With pressures rising in global debt markets, maintaining resilience will require sound public finances, strong institutions and policies that support growth and innovation
Security Council Press Statement on Libya
UN Women gravely concerned by military strikes against Iran and escalation across the Middle East
Boosting digitalisation and improving education outcomes would accelerate growth and raise living standards in Mexico
Time for Full, Unconditional Ceasefire in Ukraine, Secretary-General Tells Security Council, Calls for Diplomacy to Save Lives, Achieve Just Peace
Window for Peace in Gaza Not Indefinite, Speakers Stress, Urging Security Council to Consolidate Ceasefire, Ease ‘Profound’ Suffering of Palestinians
UNITAR Co-Hosts the 11th Annual Geneva Interfaith Dialogue with the Permanent Mission of Jordan
Migrants in Libya victims of “violent business model” of systemic violations and abuses – UN report
OECD appoints Stefano Scarpetta as Chief Economist
Foreign Minister hosts Commonwealth Secretary General
Ambitious reforms to strengthen competition and increase formal employment would further boost the Philippines’ growth trajectory
SEC Chair and Nobel prize-winning economist to headline ASIC innovation symposium
UNITAR and UN-Habitat Sign Strategic Partnership to Advance Sustainable Urban Development and SDG Localisation